reading desk

a desk for use in reading, especially by a person standing.

a lectern in a church.

Words nearby reading desk

First recorded in 1695–1705

It has a very handsome pulpit and reading-desk, and of late years the whole building has been renovated.
Guernsey Pictorial Directory and Stranger's Guide|Thomas Bellamy
The man produced a plan, and he selected the one nearest the pulpit and the reading-desk.
Mr. Punch's History of Modern England Vol. II (of IV),--1857-1874|Charles L. Graves
His surplice rasped against the holly-leaves, as he made his way into the reading-desk.
The Following of the Star|Florence L. Barclay
Nevertheless, he noted how excellent a place for the simple feasts would be the reading-desk.
All Sorts and Conditions of Men|Walter Besant

He was not, however, allowed to take it home with him, and it was usually chained to the reading-desk to prevent this.
Highways and Byways in Cambridge and Ely|Rev. Edward Conybeare.